Free Speech in Cyberspace

Of course there is a limit to free speech in cyberspace. The limit should be exactly the same it is in our regular life; that is, it should not violate other people’s rights. Rules in cyberspace should be no different from those in the real world; however, people often take advantage and are irresponsible with their speech. This is where cyber censorship is needed.

Cyber censorship should be a state matter, simply because of differences in political environments, culture, and society among countries. However, the international community should also play a guiding role in preventing violations of basic human rights. Many consider cyber censorship in China and Iran irrational and unbelievable; however, maybe it is our responsibility to show those countries that cyber censorship and basic human rights are not contradictory.